Dental
Routine dental exam, established patient cost in Tennessee
Compare cash prices for routine dental exam, established patient at hospitals, clinics and other providers.
Typical cash price
In Tennessee
From 3 hospital and 2 clinic prices in Tennessee.
Nationwide typical: $74 (most listed prices $20.80–$198).
Cheapest in Tennessee
- $15.32
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Erlanger Bledsoe Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - $27.98
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Erlanger Baroness Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - $42 per visitSource: thomassondental.com · checked Sep 2026
- $50 per visit
Established-patient recall. Self-pay; insurance costs may differ. Payment due at service. Complex cases may cost extra. Exams/imaging required if not seen in 6 months.
Source: dentalerx.com · checked Oct 2026 - $99.82
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Prisma Health Blount Memorial Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026
Common questions
Do I need a referral?
It depends on the service and the provider. Many clinics see self-pay patients directly; call ahead to check.
Why are prices so different?
Each hospital and clinic sets its own cash price. Hospitals publish prices because federal rules require it; clinics and booking sites set prices to compete. The same service can cost several times more at one place than at another nearby.
Can I pay cash if I have insurance?
Yes. You can choose to self-pay. A cash price is often lower than what you would pay before meeting your deductible. Cash payments may not count toward your deductible, so check with your plan. Our cash vs. insurance tool can help you decide.
What is a Good Faith Estimate?
If you are uninsured or paying cash, providers must give you a Good Faith Estimate of the cost on request. If your final bill is $400 or more above the estimate, you can dispute it.